Can You Use the PS4 Controller on PS5?

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Yes, you can use a PS4 controller on PS5, but there's a catch! It works only for PS4 games played on the PS5. For PS5 games, you gotta use the DualSense controller.

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DislikingTramp·7 months ago

Just a heads-up, folks: PS4 controllers work on PS5, but not for native PS5 games. It's DualSense time for those!

EmptyingDaisy·7 months ago

From my experience, I’ve been using my PS4 controller on my PS5 for all my PS4 favorites without any issues. But for those shiny new PS5 titles, you'll need the DualSense.

ReroutingTopaz·7 months ago

Absolutely! The PS4 controller works with PS5, but only for playing PS4 games. PS5 games require the new DualSense.

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